Learning to backup games to a DVD for later use has become an integral part of enjoying the games. Backing them up, however, can be a royal pain. Software to burn your files to a DVD can turn them into a collection of read errors, or can be ...
A corner fireplace can be a little tricky to deal with and decorate, though on the plus side, it will probably save you some space. Traditionally, fireplaces occupy the center space in a wall, and with a mantel, tend to become the focal ...
Furniture scores a top position in our list of necessities. Home owners are always on the look out for new and affordable pieces of furniture. Sometimes you get a great bargain while other times, you end up spending more than you possibly ...
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An outdoor fire pit is a natural or artificial fire enclosure for cooking, improving the ambiance for a special occasion or generating warmth on cold, winter evenings. The pit offers a modern home the feel of a rustic camp ground, complete ...
Tags: Fireplace, Outdoor Fireplace, Construction, Decoration
Painting the outside of your house is a big job and one you probably don't want to undertake yourself. But a new coat of paint can add value to your home so it's worth the investment. And avoiding some tempting shortcuts can ensure you a ...
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The McLaren MP4-12C supercar from the famous Formula One team has been dramatically reduced by up to $102,000 in Australia as the company launched an attack on "overpriced" rivals. McLaren launched the MP4-12C in Australia only last year, ...
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There's no need to sacrifice performance or portability if you're looking to save a few bucks on a new laptop. We turned up several models in our latest batch of Ratings that don't cost a fortune but come close to performing as if they do. ...
I have a confession. I’ve never bought anything on eBay. I don’t have the patience to cope with the bidding system, to search for a bargain or to go through the rigmarole of delivery or collection. For the toy industry ...
You can safely bring a newborn home from the hospital in any one of the 29 infant car seats from Consumer Reports' tests. Some of the seats we tested cost $200 or more but others are half that price. Spending less can still buy you a seat ...
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The Nissan Pulsar SSS is back, returning to Australia’s hot-hatch scene after a 13-year hiatus. The iconic Pulsar SSS sits at the top of Nissan Australia’s new-generation small-car range, just as it did when it was last ...
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In a world of machine-made glassware, here at Riedel, we remain committed to producing our most iconic decanters by hand, in the heart of Europe, as we have since 1756. We are one of the few glass-makers still to employ master-craftsmen, ...
Furniture can be difficult to buy, and expensive too. You have to think about whether it fits the aesthetic that you want, whether it functions the way you want it to, whether it fits in the space that you want it to, whether it can be ...
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THE sharemarket drifted in patchy trade to close marginally lower yesterday, rounding out an otherwise positive week that was characterised by improving sentiment towards the resources sector. BHP Billiton rose 2.8 per cent and Rio Tinto ...
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The sharemarket notched up its biggest gain for five weeks yesterday as the banks led broad-based gains thanks to lower-than-expected domestic inflation data and stronger offshore markets. The consumer price index rose 0.4 per cent in the ...
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Performance, Ride & Handling 3.5 Comfort & Interior 4 Quality & Design 4 Value & Features 3.5 Safety 5 Green 3.5 If you're after a luxury-sports wagon that blends space, style and swift performance, then look no further than the ...
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